It appears Brek Shea will have to wait until the summer, at least, to make his move abroad.

Stoke City assistant coach Dave Kemp told BBC Radio on Wednesday that the FC Dallas winger won’t be transferring to the English Premier League club during the January transfer window.

MLS wants Stoke City to pony up more money if it wants Brek Shea. (AP Photo)

It is understood that MLS, which owns all player contracts, wasn’t happy with Stoke’s offer—rumored to be about $3 million—and demanded more for the 2011 MVP finalist’s rights.

With Shea still not back at full speed following foot surgery in November, time was running out to agree to a new fee and then bring the player to England for fitness testing.

Shea, 22, has been practicing with Dallas this week as preparation begins for the 2013 MLS season. He is under contract with the club for three more seasons. Dallas has agreed to let Shea leave after five years in the fold. His desire to play in Europe is no secret.

But MLS wants an appropriate return on one of its most marketable and talented young players and is in no rush to sell Shea’s rights for less than they might be worth. Shea had a difficult 2012 season, one affected by injuries and inconsistency, and may increase both his value and his prospects with a strong start this spring.